Calgary does not ease into winter. A week of pleasant autumn walks can end with an overnight drop of twenty degrees and snow on the ground by breakfast. Pets feel that swing more than we do, because nothing about their r
Antifreeze is the most dangerous everyday substance in a Calgary garage. It tastes sweet, animals drink it willingly, and a very small amount causes fatal kidney failure. A cat can be poisoned by a few licks. If you susp
Hip dysplasia is a developmental condition in which the hip joint does not form as a snug ball and socket, allowing looseness that leads to wear and arthritis. It begins while a dog is still growing, not in old age. Bunn
Wasp and hornet stings in pets are most common in Bowness and NW Calgary from August into early September. Most single stings cause local pain and swelling that settles on its own, but facial swelling, hives, vomiting, w
Foxtails, also called grass awns, are barbed plant seeds that dry out in summer and can burrow into a pet’s paws, ears, eyes, nose, and skin. In Bowness and across NW Calgary, they hide in dry grassy areas along trails a
Quick answer: To keep your dog or cat safe in
A healthy weight helps your dog or cat live a
Spring in Bowness and NW Calgary brings longer days, melting
Bringing a new puppy or kitten home to Bowness is
As the weather warms across Calgary, spring is an ideal
As spring arrives in NW Calgary, dog owners across Bowness,
Spring brings beautiful flowers to homes and gardens across Calgary,
Bringing a kitten home during spring presents unique opportunities and
As winter settles across Canada, Calgary experiences noticeably shorter daylight
Winter in Calgary brings colder temperatures, snowfall, and shorter days.
Allergies can affect a pet’s comfort, health, and happiness, just
Because of their strong bonds with their owners, pets may
One of the most frequent pet emergencies is accidental poisoning,
Toxic foods, home chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or poisonous plants can all
Quick answer: The most common dental problems in dogs and
